Forum on Law, Culture & Society: Short Film Competition

While this is a legal-themed film competition, we want you to have fun, be creative, and take some chances on new approaches. Any genre goes—musical, documentary, thriller, drama, romantic comedy, to name a few. We are looking for films dealing with law and legal issues, not just a police drama or murder mystery. Visit the Forum Film Festival Web site for an idea of the variety of legal-themed films that have been screened at Forum events.

Awards for Best Short, 2nd and 3rd places, Best Screenplay and Audience Favorite
Winning shorts will be screened during the Forum’s annual Film Festival in New York City in October 2012. Each year, the Forum Film Festival features renowned filmmakers, actors, writers, journalists, public intellectuals, and members of the legal profession. The Film Festival also attracts overflowing and diverse crowds of film enthusiasts, which provides a great platform for showcasing your winning work.

Competition judges include director of the Undergraduate Film Studies at Columbia University/film historian Annette Insdorf, Oscar-nominated/Emmy-winning documentary filmmaker Daniel Anker, Symphony Space co-founder/founding artistic director Isaiah Sheffer, actor/film professor Mark Ethan, and actor Ronald Guttman ("Mad Men"/Hunt for Red October/August Rush/27 Dresses).

Who can enter? Students, independent filmmakers, and amateur/aspiring filmmakers

Deadline: Entries must be received by 5 PM on July 27, 2012

Questions? E-mail Erin Bundra, Director of the Short Film Competition